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PFLAG Canada. There when it seems no one else is.

Do you have a story about coming out? Or are you close to someone who is?

Terry's Story

Terry is an amazing designer, but an even more amazing dad to his daughter Bryce. He is a confident gay male today, working through a tumultuous relationship with his mother. He is raising his daughter with three gay women.

Rex's Story

Rex is an artist in Residence at the national ballet, former principal dancer in the Canadian Ballet Company and frequent guest judge on So You Think You Can Dance Canada. He always had support on his journey, and now he passes his support on to you.

Nicole's Story

Even though Nicole's journey didn't start on a high note, she's certainly come into her own. Her struggle with her family's acceptance has given her the strength to share her story with us in the hopes of giving confidence to others.

Jennifer's Story

Jennifer is the mom of a transidentified young man. She always knew her child was different, but she didn't always feel like she was giving the right support. She's still learning, but she's happy to have a relationship with her son.

Hannah's Story

Hannah is openly still exploring her sexuality and where she lives in the rainbow. She has a very supportive mother, but has not yet come out to her dad. Hannah's journey is still in progress, but shares her thoughts to help others also in the middle of their journey.

Eileen's Story

Eileen is a proud young woman who is completely comfortable with her sexuality. Her confidence is contagious! Her journey shows that not every coming out story is a negative experience and hopes to encourage others with her video.

Andrew's Story

Like many gay youths, Andrew was afraid of coming out to his family. He has found his comfort in a group of friends including Eileen, and hopes that by sharing his journey as a young Vietnamese gay male, he might inspire others, too.

Darlene's Story

Darlene was married to a man for seventeen years before she figured things out. She always knew that she was different, but didn't understand why that was. She's just now coming into her own and is happier than ever.

Adam's Story

Adam's support system is fairly unique in that he found comfort first within his family. He is an aspiring photographer and fairly new Torontonian. His rural upbringing gives him a unique perspective on coming out.

Edgar's Story

Edgar always knew he was different, but wasn't always sure what that meant. Having not come out until much later in life, Edgar shares how he regrets not expressing his feelings earlier - especially to his father.